We specialize in corporate business with a meetings and incentives department.  We also have vacation, cruise and study abroad departments.

What made you go into this business?
The three of us were stay-at-home moms. One day my sister and I decided to do a ski trip with our families and other family friends from our children’s school, joined. By the third year, we were chartering our own planes and taking over 500 travelers over New Year’s to Colorado. We thought that it only made sense that we team up as independent contractors with an established travel agency, and earn something for our work.

Some of those travelers inquired as to giving us their corporate travel. The volume grew and grew, whereas it warranted to open our own business.

What has been the worst or the biggest obstacle you've faced or had to overcome?
Changes and competition in our industry has been a big challenge.


What has been your biggest triumph?
Landing our first corporate account.

What is the best advice you've ever received?
There are good times and bad times; life is full of up and downs. The good times don’t last, the bad times don’t last either.

Is there anyone who inspired you and why?
My two partners. It has been a team effort never looking back as to who did what. We have each trusted what the other one has done, and that has been our true success.


What is the best book you ever read and would recommend?
“Who moved my cheese” (life is full of changes)


What is your favorite quote?
“Don’t sweat the small stuff”

What are your goals now and where do you see yourself going?
Moving ahead and continuing to grow. In the travel business, you either move forward and grow, or you are left behind.


How has being a member of the WBDC and WBENC helped you?
It is a prestigious and recognized certification. Many of our corporate customers have been impressed by our certification. In many cases, it helps their set aside programs.

Additionally, you learn something from everyone you share with, particularly a group of women like us. Most have had the same challenges balancing their personal and business lives, just like we have.


What do you want to be remembered for?
Being a fair person and doing what is right above all.


How does someone get in contact with you at Express Travel?
Either by e-mail or telephone
oramudo@expresstravelus.com
800-544-1222 ext 227